2010 BMW X6 vs. 2001 Saturn SC
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X6 | 2001 Saturn SC | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | X6 | SC |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
